A Thorough Investigation into the "Unknown Faces" of Reiji Kawashima: Mother, Friends, Manager, Mentor... and Shocking Revelations from His Wife

On ABEMA, the "Anime LIVE Channel's" program "Say You To Yo Asobi Connect: Friday [Tomokazu Seki × Reiji Kawashima] #17" aired on Friday, September 12, 2025, at 10:00 PM. In this episode, a segment titled "Let's Find Out the Unknown Sides of Reiji Kawashima" was held to explore parts of Kawashima that have not yet been revealed. By collecting questionnaires from people close to Kawashima—including his manager, mother, childhood friend, vocational school mentor, and even his wife—the show shed light on the reasons why he is so beloved and the unique aspects of his personality.

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Responding to the attention brought by showcasing the "real Kawashima" during Tomokazu Seki’s previous birthday special, this special segment was planned. His mother described him as "Looks like a flashy guy, but is actually just an ordinary boy," while his childhood friend said, "He's apparently someone who has become famous." Embarrassed by these comments, Kawashima responded, "Come on, don’t say it like that!" Seki commented, "It’s nice that your friend treats you just like a friend. When there are people who fawn over you, having someone interact with you like this is great," which helped create a warm, relaxed atmosphere in the studio.

His wife revealed sides of him such as "He is particular and always seeks the very best in everything" and "When we’re walking, he protects me from cars and bicycles," leaving Kawashima blushing once again. Seki added, "All of your wife's responses are positive! You’re loved, aren’t you?" Furthermore, his childhood friend recounted the episode, "He suddenly bought a painting from a game that cost tens of thousands of yen," and his mother shared, "He played online games all night and failed the entrance exam for his desired school." In response to these stories, Seki remarked, "Everyone wrote honestly good things about you without embarrassment. It really goes to show how loved you are."